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May 06 2015

sun city grand wedding videographer | amy+randy boutique wedding film

Sun City Grand Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Amy+Randy, a boutique wedding film.

Amy and Randy met at The Shout House where Randy was performing. Amy loves to sing, perform, and teach music. Randy is the owner/operator of Premier Piano Shows, a dueling piano group which Amy has now joined, as well. They are an incredible match for each other. �May you always have a song.”

All songs are covers done by the bride and/or groom or the bride�s young women�s chorus she teaches.

Coordinator – Brandy Blackford (Sweet I Do’s)
Photography – Maria Fossler (Elizabeth Douglas Photography)
DJ – Scott Faver (The Party Favers)
Flowers – Joanie Marie Luke (Joanie Marie’s Forever Flowers)
Chair Linens – Trish Quast (Covergirl Chairs)
Venue – Kathy (Sun City Grand)
Hair & Makeup – Carrie Beaver (Carrie’s Salon)
Menswear -�Larry Kessler�(Celebrity Tux and Tails)
Catering – Angela (Angela’s Kitchen)
Officiate – Montana Meadows (Bird of Paradise Weddings)
Photo Booth – Denise�Le Blanc (Crazy Shotz Photo Booth)
Videography – Adam & Amy (Life’s Story Studios)

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May 03 2015

phoenix wedding photographers | lauren+david preview

We had the honor of serving Lauren+David with both photos and video as they got married at The Secret Garden on 5/1/15. �Here is a preview of their photographs.

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Apr 30 2015

phoenix senior photographers | javon 2015

Javon is a really cool young man. He is a senior at Ironwood High School in Peoria, Arizona, where he plays golf. He loves his dogs. He enjoys basketball. He desires to make a career out of his golf skills. Congratulations, Javon!
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Apr 28 2015

phoenix wedding photographers | taylor+matt

I’ve known Taylor since she was in high school at Deer Valley and I was the Christian Club on Campus sponsor. She attended regularly and then became a leader. It was great seeing her grow and mature. It was super exciting for me when we saw each other at an open house at The Kiva Club at Trilogy at Vistancia and we got to catch up, I got to meet her fianc� Matt, and then talk about wedding photography. We did their engagement session at the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall and had a really enjoyable time. Their wedding was held at Trilogy. What a beautiful day! The venue was great, the color scheme Taylor chose was lovely, and the sunset was stunning behind them and reflecting off the water. Congratulations again, Taylor+Matt!

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Venue: The Kiva Club at Trilogy at Vistancia

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Apr 25 2015

phoenix senior photographers | shelby 2015

Shelby is a senior at Northwest Christian School in Phoenix, Arizona. She loves to read, enjoys MARVEL, and was in the musical this Spring at NCS. Her senior portrait session was done at Sahuaro Ranch Park in Glendale.

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Venue: Sahuaro Ranch Park

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Apr 25 2015

phoenix engagement photographers | rossa+rami

Rossa+Rami had their engagement session at Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona. �We have very much enjoyed getting to know them through our meetings at Starbucks and our time at the Garden. �They are both incredibly talented and intelligent doctors. �We will have the honor of serving as their wedding photographers and wedding videographers in June at Gainey Ranch Golf Club.

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Venue: Desert Botanical Garden

Apr 16 2015

Weddings

Apr 15 2015

gilbert wedding videographer | heather+richard boutique wedding film

Gilbert Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Heather+Richard, a boutique wedding film.

Heather is a nurse; Richard a border patrol agent. They met online. His first email was amazing; their first phone call was not. They gave it another shot and haven�t looked back.

�In the Clouds� by Analog Heart licensed through MusicBed.com
�On Top of the World� by Imagine Dragons licensed through SongFreedom.com

Venue: Villa Siena
Dance: Mark & Brigette Thompson
Photographer: Kelsie with Pinkerton Photography
DJ: Mike with Ray the DJ

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Apr 11 2015

phoenix event photographers | sophia’s first birthday

With an Alice in Wonderland theme, Sophia’s mom, Brandy of Sweet I Dos, put together an incredible display. Other amazing vendors participated in the motif with cupcakes, cake pops, and a smash cake from Cheryl with CC’s Sweet Sensations; invitations and poster designed by Chrissie of C. Lacey Design; and the wonderful tutu from Julie with Juju’s Tutus. The party was a lot of fun with Sophia’s family all around her. Happy first birthday!

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Apr 04 2015

chandler wedding videographer | kim+brad boutique wedding film

Chandler Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Kim+Brad, a boutique wedding film.

Kim waited. She has journals filled with the longings of her heart. Brad is the man she�s always wanted and God gave to her. Brad believes there are special, divine people and magical moments and you have to jump at it. He believes Kim to be such a person. Brad said, �I can do all things through Christ with Kim and my kids by my side.� Kim said, �And I just can�t wait to change the world with him by my side.”

Venue: Faith Family Church, Chandler // Oakwood Country Club
Cake: Roberts Catering
Photographer: DM Photo
DJ: RayMar

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Apr 03 2015

phoenix wedding videographer | mary+jared boutique wedding film

Phoenix Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Mary+Jared, a boutique wedding film.

Mary and Jared met over the phone while both working the same department in different Sears locations. Mary says she fell in love with his voice. After a coworker invited Jared to come meet them face to face and Jared made that fateful trip up the escalator, he says that she�s been his ever since. They were together ten years before their wedding day, and the depth of their love is unfathomable.

Venue: Aldea at Tlaquepaque Phoenix

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Mar 30 2015

phoenix senior photographers | makenzie 2015

Makenzie Lauren 2015

Makenzie is a Senior at Glendale Preparatory Academy (Go Griffins!). �Along with excelling academically, she has also really enjoyed being the Griffins Football team manager. �Hillsdale College is number one on her list for where to pursue her higher education.

Likes: art, music, great books, soccer, softball, makeup
Dislikes: doing the dishes, physics classes

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Mar 29 2015

phoenix wedding videographer | melissa+tim boutique wedding film

Phoenix�Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Melissa+Tim, a boutique wedding film.

Melissa is a dear friend. We’ve known her since Junior year in high school. We knew that whomever she was to marry would be an incredible man. Tim is that man. We are excited to called them friends.

Venue: Boojum Tree�// American Royal Palace
Photographer:�Life’s Story Studios
Tux: Celebrity Tux & Tails
Photo Booth: Crazy Shotz Photo Booth Rentals

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Mar 27 2015

vistancia wedding videographer | katie+alan wedding trailer

Vistancia Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Katie+Alan, a wedding trailer.

Katie is from the USA, Alan is from the UK. Alan flew over the Pond to Vegas for one fateful night where Katie saw him dancing and they fell in love. Much more of their story to come…

Getting Ready Venue: Cibola Vista Resort & Spa
Ceremony/Reception Venue: The Kiva Club at Trilogy at Vistancia

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Mar 11 2015

scottsdale wedding videographer | morgan+brendan boutique wedding film

Scottsdale�Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Morgan+Brendan, a boutique wedding film.

Morgan and Brendan met while interning for the Arizona Diamondbacks. While they got to know each other working there, their relationship didn�t blossom until Morgan moved on to Grand Canyon University. Brendan said, �We just decided to go for it�and never really looked back from there.� After six or seven months, Brendan recalls that he felt this relationship was the easiest he had ever been in. He says Morgan is �beautiful, she�s funny, she�s got a great sense of humor, she�s awesome with her family�she�s so graceful�.� Morgan says that what drew her to Brendan was �really everything about him: he�s smart, he�s funny, he�s caring, he�s always put my happiness before his own, and he just makes me really happy and it�s just easy, it�s comfortable.� She says that she�s been able to just be herself the whole time they�ve been together. Brendan proposed to Morgan on New Year�s Eve. Morgan had just returned from a business trip and was exhausted, but Brendan made her get up, shower, get dressed, and head out the door to Morgan�s parents� house. When they arrived, Morgan just wanted to go lay on the couch, but Brendan slowed her down and pulled her back from going inside. With her parents there, and her brother coming out of a bush to capture it all on film, Brendan asked for Morgan�s hand, and her response was �OF COURSE!� They are a great couple with an incredibly bright future. Morgan sums up their relationship with these words from Doctor Seuss: �We are all a little weird and life�s a little weird, and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall in mutual weirdness and call it love.”

Getting Ready Venue: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch
Ceremony/Reception Venue: Gainey Ranch Golf Club
Photographer:�Rachel Solomon Photography
Floral Design:�Flowers by Jodi
Cake:�Robert�s Catering
DJ:�Got You Covered
Photo Booth:�Posharazzi Photo Lounge
Hair & Makeup:�Jessica Gallegos
Shoes:�Badgley Mischka
Veil, belt, earrings:�Brides by Demetrios
Groom�s Attire:�Jos. A. Bank
Programs, menus, place cards, and seating chart:�Be in Love Designs

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Mar 07 2015

cottonwood engagement photographers | mary+mark

Life’s Story Studios | Cottonwood Engagement Photographers
Mary+Mark | Alcantara Vineyards and Winery

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Venue:�Alcantara Vineyards and Winery

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Mar 01 2015

glendale engagement photographers | bryanna+zach

Life’s Story Studios | Glendale�Engagement�Photographers
Bryanna+Zach | Sahuaro Ranch�Park

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Venue:�Sahuaro Ranch Park

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Feb 21 2015

mesa wedding photographers | cami+simon

It is so evident in all conversations that we have had that, no matter what, Cami and Simon love each other. We had such a great time getting to know them at their engagement session and even having dinner at our house together. Our kids had a great time playing together with Avi! We really enjoyed seeing their family come together as a whole. Their wedding was on a beautiful December day. The classic Christmas theme ran throughout everything: from the ornament guestbook to the bouquet that had some pine and berries to the coco and marshmallow station at the reception. Such a great day that seemed to run like clockwork! With the first look, we were able to capture so many great intimate moments! Such a great joy to be a part of their day!

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Venue: Arizona Golf Resort

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Feb 21 2015

phoenix wedding photographers | melissa+tim

Melissa is near and dear to our hearts. �Amy and I have known Melissa since our junior year in high school. �Amy considers Melissa to be one of (if not THE)�best friends she has. �Melissa is pretty much a part of the family, and we love her. �When she met Tim, we were excited: finally a man who passed the “Melissa test.” �We knew that if she approved of him, we would love him. �Tim has become a fast friend, as well. �Tim has a brilliant mind: he is literally a rocket scientist. �Their strengths and weaknesses compliment each other greatly. �Their wedding theme was Son & Daughter of the King: their lives, and, therefore, their wedding, are very focused on their love for Jesus. �From prayers to praise music being sung before the ceremony in a small room and during the ceremony itself, everything about this day was focused on God’s�Kingdom. �This was an incredibly special wedding for us in other ways, too: Amy was a bridesmaid, Adam sang during the ceremony, the four kids were flower girls and ring bearers, and we did photo and video! �Melissa is a treasure to us, and we are enthralled that Tim sees that and cherishes that, too.

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Venue: Boojum Tree�// American Royal Palace
Photographer:�Life’s Story Studios
Tux: Celebrity Tux & Tails
Photo Booth: Crazy Shotz Photo Booth Rentals

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Feb 20 2015

scottsdale wedding videographer | an+milon boutique wedding film

Scottsdale�Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: An+Milon, a boutique wedding film.

An & Milon are a great couple. They’re both Doctors. They’re both fun to be around. They love each other. When they were both in medical school, An made the move to let Milon know that she was interested in him just before he left for his residency. “Oh, wow, really?” was his response. He made the move to Phoenix to be near her, and she made the transition really easy for him. She loves how intelligent and technologically advanced he is. He loves how brilliant she is and appreciates greatly her sense of style both in decor and the way she does things. They both think the other one is smarter. I think they’re both geniuses. I also believe that Milon has one of the best senses of humor of anyone I’ve ever met. He is so funny, though he is so humble and reserved that he doesn’t think he is. They did a traditional Vietnamese tea ceremony in the morning (she wore a traditional red dress), had a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony in the afternoon (they wore traditional Indian garb, i.e. a saree), and partied like Americans at night (they wore more American attire, i.e. a long white wedding gown and tuxedo).

Venue: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch
Photographer:�Life’s Story Studios // 3 Oceans

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Feb 20 2015

phoenix wedding videographer | suzzi+geoff boutique wedding film

Phoenix Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Suzzi+Geoff, a boutique wedding film.

We met Suzzi & Geoff at a bridal show, they won our free engagement session, and we became their photographers and videographers for their wedding! But so much better than that, they became our friends. They are also wanting to live on a plant-based diet like we are, so we love to go out to eat with each other! They are such a fun couple. They met each other at a party where Suzzi’s friend had meant to set them up. They talked about anything and everything, not wanting the night to end. Before the end of the evening, they had set up their first date. Geoff had planned on taking Suzzi out to dinner, but The Muppet Movie had just come out and Suzzi wanted to see it. Geoff said that he also loved The Muppets, so they went to see the movie instead. Suzzi was amazed that he would change his plans for her like that. Geoff loves that Suzzi loves caring for people, especially children. It took him the longest time to say “I love you” because he wanted to make sure it was real. It’s real! Suzzi believes Geoff knows how she’s thinking and feeling without her having to tell him, they are that connected. She always had hated the clich� of marrying one’s best friend, but it is true of the relationship Suzzi and Geoff share: she truly married her best friend.

Venue: Different Pointe of View
Photographer:�Life’s Story Studios

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Feb 10 2015

scottsdale proposal photographers | taylor+nathan

Life’s Story Studios | Scottsdale�Proposal�Photographers
Taylor+Nathan |�Talking Stick Resort | Orange Sky Restaurant

We had the great honor of being a part of a surprise proposal. Nathan contacted us from out of state to help implement his elaborately romantic plan. The staff at Orange Sky was wonderfully helpful and just as excited. �It was raining and the clouds were too low to see the beautiful view, but it made for a romantic atmosphere. �Nathan did such a great job that Taylor had no idea that it was coming! �What a great way to make sure you remember such a fun surprise!

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Venue: Orange Sky Restaurant | Talking Stick Resort

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Feb 10 2015

phoenix engagement photographers | sarah+trevor

Life’s Story Studios | Phoenix Engagement�Photographers
Sarah+Trevor |�Papago Park

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Venue: Papago Park

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Jan 31 2015

sun city grand wedding videographer | amy+randy wedding trailer

Sun City Grand�Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Amy+Randy, a wedding trailer. �Amy+Randy Keith did their own song recording for this video. �They are fantastic performers from�the much heralded Premier Piano Shows. �Go see one of their shows: they are fantastic entertainers!

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Jan 28 2015

gilbert wedding videographers | victoria+mike boutique film

Gilbert Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Victoria+Mike, a boutique wedding film.

Victoria and Mike are living a fairytale. Their first date at the Scottsdale Quarter. From the first time Mike laid eyes on Victoria, he just knew he was going to marry her. Victoria was drawn to Mike because of his compassion and his love for others. Mike proposed to Victoria at Disneyland on Halloween of 2013. They were dressed as Cinderella and Prince Charming. Mike dropped to his knee in front of the castle and Victoria said yes! They got married at Villa Siena in Gilbert, AZ. What a beautiful place for a Prince and his Princess to be wed!

Venue: Villa Siena

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Jan 25 2015

gilbert wedding videographer | heather+richard wedding trailer

Gilbert�Wedding Videographer: Life’s Story Studios presents a VAVL2 film: Heather+Richard, a wedding trailer.

Venue: Villa Siena

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Jan 18 2015

scottsdale wedding photographers | an+milon

Life’s Story Studios | Scottsdale Wedding Photographers
An+Milon | Hyatt Regency at Gainey Ranch

An & Milon are both incredibly intelligent people. The are both MDs and even met each other during their doctoral classes at Howard University in DC. Their mixture of Vietnamese and Indian history and culture led to incredibly beautiful henna painted hands, an elegant tea ceremony, a full Hindu ceremony with mandup and pundit, and a very fun reception with a great first dance on a cloud. We had the honor to serve as their videographers full day and photographers for the morning leading up to the ceremony.

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Venue: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch
Photographer: Life’s Story Studios // 3 Oceans (from ceremony on)
Videographer: Life’s Story Studios

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Jan 06 2015